Aerion SBJ
The Aerion SBJ was a supersonic business jet project designed by American firm Aerion Corporation. Unveiled in 2004, the designer sought a joint venture with a business aircraft manufacturer for a $1.2–1.4 billion development in 7–8 years. Aerion received 50 letters-of-intent before enlarging the design as the Aerion AS2 in 2014. Powered by two Pratt & Whitney JT8D-219 engines, the $80 million aircraft was to transport 8–12 passengers up to Mach 1.6 and up to 4,000 nmi (7,400 km).
| SBJ | |
|---|---|
| Role | Supersonic business jet |
| National origin | United States |
| Designer | Aerion Corporation |
| Status | Cancelled |
| Developed into | Aerion AS2 |
Aerion abruptly announced on May 21, 2021 that it will be shutting down due to inability to raise capital.
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